Second Opinions for Pediatric Eye Care

Eyes develop and change over time. Children can have eye conditions that affect their vision many years later. That’s why it’s important to get the best treatment from experts in pediatric eye care.

The Department of Pediatric Ophthalmology at Children’s Hospital Colorado offers the most complete eye care for children in the Rocky Mountain region. Our ophthalmologists and optometrists are experts in their fields and are experienced in treating vision disorders, complex eye diseases and eye trauma, specifically in children. If you want a second opinion to make sure your child is getting the best eye care for their unique needs, start by giving us a call. After an initial call to gather information about your child’s medical condition, we’ll match you with the eye doctor best suited for an in-person second opinion visit.

How to get a second opinion for your child

Our pediatric eye experts offer two options for getting a second opinion from our pediatric providers: in-person and virtual.

In-person second opinions

Getting a second opinion from our experts is easy:

• Your first appointment will be a phone call with our ophthalmology administration team.
• First, schedule an initial informational phone call below.
• At the time you select, a member of our administration team will call you and collect your child’s health information.
• After this call, our team will choose the best provider to see your child and schedule your in-person appointment.

Virtual second opinions

Our virtual second opinions allow you to get an evaluation from our experts, no matter where you live. Simply fill out our virtual second opinion request form below and a nurse will contact you to gather your child’s health information, walk you through the virtual second opinion process and schedule a virtual consultation with the best specialist for your child. A virtual second opinion costs $750.

Learn more about our virtual second opinions

Why request a second opinion from our Department of Pediatric Ophthalmology

We treat more children and teens at Children's Colorado than anywhere else in the Rocky Mountain region. In addition to being able to work so well with kids, we use the most advanced technology to ensure the most accurate test results. The most accurate tests and evaluations make a big difference in diagnosing your child and making sure they are getting the best treatment available.

Children's Colorado is ranked among the best children's hospitals in the nation by U.S. News & World Report. Our team of eye specialists diagnose and treat children with eye diseases from the most common to the most complex. We promote a kid- and family-friendly clinical setting where patients and families have access to the best ophthalmic technology. Because we have a range of specialties at Children’s Colorado, we can evaluate and treat any condition. In addition, we fit specialty contact lenses and fill eyeglass prescriptions all in one place.

What specialties or programs offer a second opinion?

We provide second opinions for everything from eye conditions that may require surgery to vision disorders related to complex medical disease such as brain tumors and rheumatologic disease. We provide diagnosis and management for many eye conditions, including:

• Amblyopia
• Blocked tear ducts and tearing
• Pediatric cataracts
• Double Vision and adult strabismus
• Eye trauma
• Eyelid disorders
• Genetic eye diseases including retinal dystrophy
• Pediatric glaucoma
• Keratoconus
• Retinoblastoma
• Retinopathy of prematurity
• Strabismus
• Uveitis
• Vision loss related to brain tumors and other neurologic disease

In addition to these conditions, we also provide second opinions for specialized treatments and programs, including:

• Retinoblastoma Program
• Uveitis Clinic
• Corneal collagen cross-linking

Learn more about the conditions we treat

What should I prepare before my second opinion call?

The more information you can provide about your child’s eye condition and treatment, the more comprehensive second opinion we can provide. Before your second opinion call, make sure to have your child’s information and medical records available:

Diagnosis: Your child’s diagnosis or suspected diagnosis and treatment plan
Diagnosing doctor: The diagnosing doctor’s name, address, phone, and fax numbers
Operations: Any surgeries your child has had
Medical history
Child’s age
Your location
Health insurance status and information

Meet our second opinion eye care providers

Our eye doctors are board-certified and fellowship trained in pediatric ophthalmology. Early detection and treatment of childhood eye disease can prevent permanent vision loss and disability, which is why it’s important for children who may have a sight-threatening condition or ophthalmic disease to see a pediatric eye care specialist. Our ophthalmologists specialize in various eye conditions, so we’ll find the specialist who’s best qualified for your child’s symptoms or diagnosis.

Where will my child be seen for their in-person appointment?

Your child will be seen at The Department of Pediatric Ophthalmology located at our hospital on Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora. If you have any questions about second opinions, call us at 720-777-2020 (then choose option #6).

Get answers to questions about second opinions at Children’s Colorado